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Thirty Five Trillion Dollars When we discuss sustainability- there is nothing less sustainable than the US balance sheet and our impending interest payments… I work in recycling - I work in circularity - I work towards sustainability… But when I talk to people - I always tell them that I am working to solve the sustainability of the US balance sheet. Coincidentally this can be achieved (or worked towards) through circularity. America must embrace a manufacturing economy and become a net exporter. It is time for the next great Industrial revolution. A circular economy can propel this by creating localized and optimized supply chains. There are billions of pounds of materials each year that are landfilled rather than being recycled… Eliminating the cost of landfilling alone boosts the bottom lines of American corporations. Selling the materials to recyclers and creating a new revenue stream changes the game. When local recyclers and processors have access to more materials their processing costs go down. If a manufacturer is inserted into this local supply chain or a recycler takes things end to end - the costs of producing drop even lower. This not only adds jobs and stimulates a local economy from a growth perspective but also deflates the costs of goods. It also reduces transportation costs and emissions produced from long hauls. So by recycling locally - procuring locally - and processing locally - we can concur many forms of sustainability… most notably conquering the US balance sheet… Of course there is still the concept of economies of scale we need to take into account - that is why the already popular trend of contract manufacturing, packaging, etc. should continue to grow with brands doing what they do best - branding Through all of this the government can make proper infrastructure investments by using data to drive decisions and actually get a return on American industrial progress. A simple concept that I have pondered lately is having an American Made Fund that provides invoice factoring capacity for US manufacturing companies. We would depend on the credit of some of our best companies to ensure their payables while providing much needed working/growth capital for our SMBs all while the US is making 2-3% month in interest/fees. Factoring allows companies to optimize their balance sheet for growth and can unlock upwards of 10%+ productivity to a business in turn boosting GDP… So an investment by our country that makes sense! Setting us up to grow manufacturing and make it easier for a new generation of entrepreneurs to get involved… When you pair localized/optimized supply chains, the circular economy, and access to capital - there is a recipe for US prosperity and sustainability! This takes coordination and collaboration at scale to achieve but I believe that together we can all achieve more! Matium is here to support this vision.

Banking on sustainable cards: Why green plastics make sense ✅ 💳 This year, three-quarters of the cards produced by Tietoevry Banking will use sustainable plastics. Find out why most banks are going green: 👇 #TietoevryBanking #SustainableCards #EnvironmentalLeadership #CardPersonalization

Banking on sustainable cards: Why green plastics make sense ✅ 💳 This year, three-quarters of the cards produced by Tietoevry Banking will use sustainable plastics. Find out why most banks are going green: 👇 #TietoevryBanking #SustainableCards #EnvironmentalLeadership #CardPersonalization

G+D pledged to completely stop using virgin plastic in payment card bodies by 2030. But what are possible alternatives for more sustainable payment cards? In this article for Outlook I explore the most common options available for issuers: - recycled PVC - ocean plastics - bioplastics #Pledge2030 #sustainability #paymentsinnovation https://lnkd.in/dNNTsCDn

In the quest to build a sustainable future, rethinking finance is paramount to driving the circular economy revolution. Traditional financial models, often focused on short-term gains, must evolve to support long-term sustainability and resource efficiency. Investment strategies need to prioritize circular principles such as reducing waste, reusing materials, and recycling resources. Financial institutions should innovate by developing new funding mechanisms that incentivize circular business models and technologies. This shift not only ensures environmental benefits but also opens up new economic opportunities and fosters resilience against resource scarcity. We need to do better at aligning financial incentives with circular economy goals so we can accelerate the transition toward a more sustainable and prosperous future for all. #Finance #CircularEconomy #Resilience #PerformanceSustainability #Goals

5 Card Program Strategies to Foster Sustainability Sustainability goals are influencing company identity and mission statements across industries, including the financial sector. Financial Institutions (FIs) of all sizes are setting sustainability goals, driven by a number of factors, including consumer demand for more eco-focused options. Since payment cards are a major touchpoint with customers, FIs are asking how cards can reflect those sustainability goals while also meeting cardholder preferences, which is good for business. For example, CPI research shows that more than half (51%) of respondents would switch to a different issuer for a recovered ocean-bound plastic card with the same features and benefits. Two major US banks have recently announced their plans to transition to recycled plastic in their payment cards, and others, including American Express, have announced transitions of certain portfolios. Small to mid-sized financial institutions are also paying attention to sustainability issues. In a market assessment with CPI, Mercator Advisory Group polled 106 executives of small banks and credit unions about whether their institution had a sustainability initiative and whether there was budget associated with that initiative. 84 replied that their institution did have an initiative, and 57 reported that there was budget to back it. More specifically, 77 out of the 106 reported considering sustainability initiatives specifically for their card programs. If you’re thinking about ways of using your debit or credit card program to both extend your sustainability values statement to your cardholders and align with their interests, here are five strategies to consider. #CPICardGroup #sustainability #plasticcards Read more: https://lnkd.in/gME_wHF2

Sustainable Cards: Acting for the Earth - and the bottom line 💳🌳💰 Two-thirds of consumers expect their bank to take action on the environment, including payment cards. Find out why sustainable cards make sense - and how to make them happen.👇🏼 #SustainableCards #ConsumerExpectations #TietoevryBanking

Sustainable Cards: Acting for the Earth - and the bottom line 💳🌳💰 Two-thirds of consumers expect their bank to take action on the environment, including payment cards. Find out why sustainable cards make sense - and how to make them happen.👇🏼 #SustainableCards #ConsumerExpectations #TietoevryBanking

As global temperatures soar and consumption rises, the #circulareconomy emerges as a crucial solution, aiming to eliminate waste, prolong material use, and restore nature. Despite its spotlight status, the #CircularityGapReport 2024 by Circle Economy reveals a decline in global circularity. One major obstacle? #Finance. Without adequate funding, circular initiatives struggle to flourish. The EU-funded project, DEFINITE-CCRI — Deal Engine with Finance, Investment and Technical Expertise, steps in to address this challenge across European cities and regions, offering diverse financing options to propel circular practices forward. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/ePqMiFqS

Sustainable Cards: Acting for the Earth - and the bottom line 💳🌳💰 Two-thirds of consumers expect their bank to take action on the environment, including payment cards. Find out why sustainable cards make sense - and how to make them happen.👇🏼 #SustainableCards #ConsumerExpectations #TietoevryBanking